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From August 22 to 27, 2022, Terminals du Bassin du Congo, a TBC subsidiary of Bolloré Ports, joined forces with the Lobiko collective and the Nevy Itoua association to raise awareness among more than 300 women with breast, uterine or breast cancer. blood in order to strengthen their immunity and prevent all forms of complications. From culinary workshops specific to these pathologies to sensitization by doctors, the participants were able to benefit from the expertise of other women to now choose the dishes and ingredients that can protect and fortify them. They were encouraged to watch the contents of their plates to avoid significant health bills. “Nutritional education through culinary workshops is an effective way to fight cancer and prevent all forms of complications. Because health is on the plate » supports Basilia YOKA TCHIMBEMBE, President of the association Salvation. “Educating people with cancer to increase their life expectancy through simple therapy is the best we can offer them. It’s our way of supporting them in this fight.” says Dzema AYESSA-NDINGA, Deputy General Manager of Congo Basin Terminals. In Congo, according to Professor Judith NSONDE MALANDA, Director of the National Cancer Control Program (PNLCC), nearly 1,600 people die of cancer every year. However, recovery cases are also on the rise. Beyond patient care, prevention and awareness-raising actions have greatly contributed to this result. About Bolloré Ports Bolloré Ports has recognized expertise in the management of container terminals, conventional handling and the profession of shipping agent. Operators of 21 port concessions around the world with a strong African footprint, Bolloré Ports has participated in the development of port infrastructure on the continent with more than 3.5 billion euros invested over the past ten years. Bolloré Ports has also developed a network of shipping agencies which handle more than 7,000 stopovers each year on behalf of shipowners. Bolloré Ports’ experience in emerging countries has enabled it to expand in Asia (Timor, India) and America (Haiti).

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